Manufacturer: Abbott
Salt Composition : Itopride(150mg)
Ganaton OD Capsule SR is taken before meals in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should take this medicine until your doctor tells you to stop. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
The most common side effects are headache, dry mouth, and stomach pain. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. It also causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness. This medicine may also cause diarrhea, so it is better to take plenty of fluids while taking this medicine as it may help to prevent dehydration.
Before taking this medicine, you should let your doctor know if you have liver or kidney problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor.
Itopride increases acetylcholine concentrations by inhibiting dopamine D2 receptors and acetylcholinesterase. Higher acetylcholine increases GI peristalsis, increases the lower esophageal sphincter pressure, stimulates gastric motility, accelerates gastric emptying, and improves gastro-duodenal coordination.
Pharmacokinetics. After oral administration itopride undergoes rapid and extensive absorption with levels of itopride peaking in the blood plasma after only 35 minutes. Itopride is primarily eliminated via the kidneys having an elimination half-life of approximately 6 hours.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Ganaton
Dryness in mouth
Sleepiness
Stomach pain
Diarrhea
Headache
Itopride is contraindicated in hypersensitivity to itopride or benzamides; lactation, GI hemorrhage, obstruction or perforation. Itopride may not be indicated for those suffering from Parkinson's disease or other conditions involving dopamine regulation issues.
Information regarding the use of Ganaton OD Capsule SR during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Ganaton OD Capsule SR. Please consult your doctor.
Information regarding the use of Ganaton OD Capsule SR during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
A: Itopride is used for treating symptoms caused by reduced movement of food in the digestive tract such as nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, heartburn, loss of appetite, stomach discomfort and sensation of bloating (feeling of fullness).
Drug-Drug Interactions: ITOPRIDE HYDROCHLORIDE may interact with anticholinergic agents (dicyclomine, trihexyphenidyl, ipratropium, belladonna alkaloids, benztropine mesylate, flavoxate, atropine, scopolamine and hyoscyamine). Drug-Food Interactions: ITOPRIDE HYDROCHLORIDE may interact with grapefruit juice.
Do not chew, crush or break it. Ganaton OD Capsule SR is to be taken empty stomach.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Ganaton OD Capsule SR, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Ganaton OD Capsule SR helps relieve gastritis symptoms such as stomach pain, anorexia, heartburn, nausea and vomiting.
It should be taken before meals as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor.
It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Inform your doctor if you get watery diarrhea, fever, or stomach pain that does not go away.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Ganaton OD Capsule SR is to be taken empty stomach.
Q. Is Ganaton OD Capsule SR safe in pregnancy?
Due to lack of safety data, Ganaton OD Capsule SR should not be used during pregnancy or in women suspected with pregnancy until and unless the benefits outweigh the risks. Discuss with your doctor who will analyze your condition and decide whether you can take Ganaton OD Capsule SR during pregnancy or not.
Q. How long can I take Ganaton OD Capsule SR?
Ganaton OD Capsule SR is recommended to be taken thrice daily before meals. The duration of therapy will depend on the response of the patient towards the therapy. The exact dose and duration will be decided by your doctor depending on individual need and response.
Q. Is Ganaton OD Capsule SR bad for kidneys?
Ganaton OD Capsule SR and its metabolites are mainly excreted via the kidneys. Therefore, people with any kidney problems should remain careful while taking Ganaton OD Capsule SR. Regular tests for kidney function are required and if side effects related to kidneys (creatinine increased) occur, the medicine is generally discontinued or the dose is reduced.
Q. Who should not take Ganaton OD Capsule SR?
Ganaton OD Capsule SR should not be given to patients in whom there is an increase in gastrointestinal movements. It is harmful in patients having mechanical obstruction or perforation of the gastrointestinal tract or gastrointestinal bleeding.
